Incompetent Definition

ĭn-kŏmpĭ-tənt
incompetents
adjective
Without adequate ability, knowledge, fitness, etc.; failing to meet requirements; incapable; unskillful.
Webster's New World
Lacking qualities necessary for effective conduct or action.
An incompetent manager.
American Heritage
Not legally qualified.
Webster's New World
Inadequate for or unsuited to a particular purpose or application.
American Heritage
Not functioning properly in the body.
An incompetent heart valve.
American Heritage
noun
incompetents
An incompetent person; esp., one who is mentally deficient.
Webster's New World
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Other Word Forms of Incompetent

Noun

Singular:
incompetent
Plural:
incompetents

Origin of Incompetent

  • From French incompétent

    From Wiktionary

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